Special Event Permits are for special events that involve groups of 25 or more, such as company functions, weddings, charity fundraisers, or if special accommodations are needed, regardless of group size.

The facilites in the Palisades Interstate Park are part of a rustic park setting that is open to the public for outdoor sports and activities. You should visit the site during a time similar to the one for which you are considering a permit before deciding if it is the right venue for you.

Before submitting this form, it is important that you read and understand all of the information presented below.

Click here for our page that presents a partial listing of park regulations that are of most importance to visitors.

Please check the availability of the date you are interested in by calling 201-768-1360.

Dates are reserved upon receipt of a complete application including a signed permit (2 pages), copy of driver's license, payment of fee. A security deposit and proof of insurance may be required.

A security deposit is required for groups and events with more than 100 people (refunded if the area is left in acceptable condition) and the permittee must present a valid driver's license.

Additional fees may apply depending on scale and complexity of the event.

Area amenities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Permit does not guarantee exclusive use of an area.

Restrooms are generally cleaned the day before or on the morning of your event.

Patrons wishing to host an event at Ross Dock Picnic Area will need to have an event site plan approved by the Superintendent's Office as part of their permit application; to assist in preparing this, a map of Ross Dock can be downloaded here. (No activities, tents, or equipment may be set up in the overflow parking area).

Regulations for specific types of events are listed below.

Company Functions:

Permits are issued for weekdays only.

Seasonal parking fees are included in permit fee.

Permit includes use of regulated items and alcohol use.

Area amenities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Permit is subject to the area group size limitations. Special permission is required for groups greater than area limit. Additional fees apply.

Please inquire for rates for other types of events — additional fees may apply depending on scale and complexity of event.

Note: For permits in the New York Sections of the Palisades Interstate Park system, please call 845-786-2701 ext. 232.

Every effort is made to ensure that the information on these pages is accurate and up-to-date, but policies and conditions in the park can change without notice or at the Superintendent’s discretion. Links to pages outside the njpalisades.org domain are provided when we think such pages will be of interest to visitors and friends of the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey. We cannot verify the accuracy of information or be responsible for the quality of content displayed on pages with URLs outside the njpalisades.org domain.